Hydrangea, Mountain Hydrangea, Sawtooth Hydrangea

Hydrangea serrata

Physical Characteristics

Hydrangea serrata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerates strong winds but not maritime exposure.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Hedge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Shoots Edible Uses: Young leaves and shoots - cooked[105]. These leaves do not become sweet like those of sspp thunbergii or amagiana or those of H. macrophylla[174].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known